how to gain weight like... really fast

[CowgirlJane 14,259]

I have gained a shocking 6 pounds in just a few days. I ate alot this weekend (I have been working on improving appetite so that was considered good) but I think the real trick was coming off my horse, not once, but twice this weekend. I haven't fallen in 9 years and then to have it happen twice...oy boy!

First fall, the horse actually fell off the the trail so it wasn't too big of a fall for me - I was basically already on the ground when I lept off. Bumped an elbow and finger but continued the ride. Next day, my horse took issue with the concept of firing a gun off her back even though it was just primer (learning to do a sport called cowboy mounted shooting) The real issue was that i could not get the gun reholstered quick enough to get her under control (my borrowed holster was for righty and i am a lefty). It was a fairly light fall - landed on my feet first and then went down on my right side. Right side is not sore, but my waist, hip and left knee apparently got a good twist as there is visible bruising and pain. And swelling even after icing - I suspect that accounts for some of those "insta-pounds"

So there you go - in case anyone wants to know how to gain weight FAST! haha

[marfar7 1,533]

I think most of us know the trick to gaining weight QUICKLY. At least I do. Nice to know that someone so established in her journey can also slip up.

U already know how to fight it. Ur doing a fine job so I know you've got this in the bag... good luck!

[swimbikerun 1,045]

Hey,

I am sorry to hear this. Let us know how you are doing. Not a good thing.

[Ginger Snaps 1,323]

Maybe you forgot to take the gun off when you weighed???

You really ARE a cowgirl!

[lsereno 2,525]

Cowgirl Jane, you rock!

But you are right, that inflammation will get you! I was struggling to stay in bounce range till my rheumatoid arthritis meds were switched. It's better and my weight is staying within goal easily for now.

lynda

[CowgirlJane 14,259]

Well, the good news is that everybody that is freaked out about my not eating enough will be happy to hear that I am back to being hungry...LOL

My tummy is actually bloated though. It's weird. I think I need a couple of clean eating days to get back to normal. Last night I was feeling sorta... out of sorts about turning 50 so I had ice cream for dinner. Not really advisable and no wonder I feel gross this morning. Anyway, like all of us here, I know what to do to eat right and be healthy! But, that is after my birthday party this afternoon...

[It's all new 453]

Ouch!! As you said, the weight gain is probably from the bruising. I read the thread initially hoping you had found a way to gain weight, fast. I am continuing to struggle with weight loss and poor appetite - six lbs in a matter of days sounded great, until I read the cause. Feel better! And Happy Birthday!

Edited June 5, 2014 by It's all new

[Kindle 8,667]

Ouch. I hate when that happens. I actually just watched a Ken McNabb video on training your horse for mounted shooting. I really ought to do that since we ride in bear country and I always carry a gun. My horse has been around gunfire at hunt camp, but I've never shot off of her, so shooting at a bear would probably land me on my arse.

I came off my horse last weekend, too, but no bruising for me. We were bush whacking and I was leading. We were trying to cross a boggy area and we were only sinking 6-10 inches. Then, all of a sudden my horse sunk to her belly and my feet were touching the ground! So I just stepped off. The bog was thick enough for me that my boots didn't even get muddy! I led her back to solid ground, climbed on, and kept going. But now it looked like I was riding a bay instead of a sorrel

Hope you're feeling better soon, and good luck with the mounted shooting.

[MichiganChic 3,262]

Sorry about your falls! I know how to gain weight super fast, but falling off a horse was not in my repertoire!

Glad you to hear your appetite is returning.

[CowgirlJane 14,259]

To quote Garth Brooks...my "wounds have almost healed"

My appetite remains good so I am optimistic I am working through that issue.